98th Annual Fall Garden & Mum Show Kicks off tomorrow
HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is inviting residents and visitors to the Gage Park Greenhouse facility between Friday, October 26 and Sunday, November 4 to celebrate the 98th Annual Fall Garden & Mum Show.
The theme this year is “Once Upon A Toy” where visitors will enjoy various displays featuring toy inspired floral designs that will bring them back to their childhood. While exploring the Mum Show, visitors will find Oasis Chrysanthemum features of Mr. Potato Head, Etch A Sketch, Snakes and Ladders, and a giant Rubik’s Cube.
The Mum Show is an amazing floral display created by the City’s talented horticulture team. The whole family can enjoy this breathtaking display of over 200 varieties of chrysanthemums, and more than 76,000 blooms.
Visitors can partake in one of the daily workshops to learn practical skills and tips for making the most of their garden space, drop into the Family Zone for games, crafts and our new reading nook. Listen to the live entertainment, enjoy lunch, dinner or an afternoon tea at the Mum Show Cafe or just take in the beautiful array of colours.
New this year are a few special events, including:
- Create & Cocktails – Create a fun craft and enjoy a cocktail while you work. This workshop features an expert crafter from Shabby Sunflower.
- Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesday, Oct. 30 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Grow a Pet – Great for kids! Come spend a couple hours with our horticulture staff and learn to grow your own pet!
- Monday, Oct. 29 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Let’s Unwine – Enjoy a night of wine sampling, snacks and live jazz music at the Mum Show.
- Thursday, Nov. 1 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Yoga in the Garden – Relax with an hour long session of yoga at the Mum Show. Bring your own mat and join our instructor for a unique yoga session.
- Friday, Nov. 2 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Visit the website for the full schedule of events. Special tickets are required.
The Mum Show offers free parking, and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults and $6 for seniors and children five to 12. Children under five are free. Family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $20.
For more information please call (905) 546 - CITY (2489) or visit www.hamilton.ca/mumshow